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Interactive Programmes Offered at Ruthven Park

Wolf Cubs: Looking through Lenses

Spend a morning walking along the trails with a pair of binoculars and a magnifying glass to observe different species of flora and fauna.  As Ruthven Park hosts one of the three bird observatories in Haldimand County, learn how to extract birds from mist nets, band, and identify different species as part of your experience. Become an honourary bander by helping to release the birds back into nature.

Badge Programme: Observer Badge
Programme Length: 2 Hours
Programme Offered: Spring and Fall Migration (April, May, September, October)
Cost: $4 per participant. Adult supervisors are admitted FREE of charge.
Booking: Call 905-772-0560 or contact education@ruthvenpark.ca for reservations.

 

Wolf Cubs: Winter Walk

Ruthven Park provides a home to many different species of plants and animals year round. Enjoy a winter hike and discover tracks, observe animals in action, and discuss how animals survive in the colder weather.  Make casts of the tracks and enjoy a walk in our winter wonderland.

Badge Programme: Winter Cubbing Badge & Naturalist Badge & Hiking Badge
Programme Length: 2 Hours
Programme Offered: Winter
Cost: $4 per participant. Adult supervisors are admitted FREE of charge.
Booking: Call 905-772-0560 or contact education@ruthvenpark.ca for reservations.

 

Scouts: Stewards for the Environment

Approximately 15 species at risk can be found at Ruthven Park. These include both species of flora and fauna. Become stewards for the environment and learn what can be done to protect these species and their home. Participate in bird banding, a river bank clean-up, and help remove invasive species.

Badge Programme: Fish and Wildlife
Programme Length: 2 Hours
Programme Offered: Spring and Fall Migration (April, May, September, October)
Cost: $4 per participant. Adult supervisors are admitted FREE of charge.
Booking: Call 905-772-0560 or contact education@ruthvenpark.ca for reservations.
                                                                                                

Scouts: Species in Southern Ontario

The Carolinian Life Zone is only found in the southwestern section of Ontario. Even though this zone accounts for only 1% of Canada’s landmass, there are more species of plants and animals found here than anywhere else in the country. Over 2200 species of plants alone have been identified in this area. Spend time learning about the different species that live in this rich natural area. Discover simple methods to identify different species and participate in a species survey.

Badge Programme: Naturalist
Programme Length: 2 Hours
Programme Offered: Spring and Fall Migration (April, May, September, October)
Cost: $4 per participant. Adult supervisors are admitted FREE of charge.
Booking: Call 905-772-0560 or contact education@ruthvenpark.ca for reservations.

 

Additional Programme Opportunities: GPS & GIS Technology

Ruthven Park also provides the opportunity to learn about and use GPS and GIS technology. Compare this technology with a regular compass and test for accuracy!